Lingnur - Miraj, Sangli
Lingnur is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Lingnur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingnur is 568756. The village covers a total geographical area of 2080 hectares and falls under the 416401 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Lingnur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lingnur
As per Census 2011, Lingnur village has a total population of 5,063 people, consisting of 2,669 males and 2,394 females. The village has 1,169 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,455 literate and 1,608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingnur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,063 | 2,669 | 2,394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 298 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 742 | 364 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3,455 | 2,000 | 1,455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,608 | 669 | 939 |
Nearby Villages of Lingnur
Lingnur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatav | East | 3.87 km |
| Shindewadi | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Santoshwadi | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Arag | West | 5.61 km |
| Janaraowadi | North-East | 5.90 km |
| Kempwad | South-East | 6.26 km |
| Belanki | North | 6.68 km |
| Shipur | North-West | 7.04 km |
| Vishnuvadi | East | 7.37 km |
| Vyankuchiwadi | North-West | 7.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingnur
Lingnur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belanki, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Lingnur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Lingnur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingnur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingnur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lingnur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingnur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lingnur
Where is Lingnur located?
Lingnur village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingnur?
Lingnur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lingnur?
The pincode of Lingnur is 416401.
What is the population of Lingnur?
Lingnur has a total population of 5,063, including 2,669 males and 2,394 females.
How many households are there in Lingnur?
There are 1,169 households in Lingnur.
What is the literacy rate in Lingnur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingnur is 68.24%. Male literacy is 74.93% and female literacy is 60.78%.